November 28, (THEWILL) – Brazil secured a 1-0 victory over Switzerland at Stadium 974, advancing them to the World Cup’s knockout round with a late Casemiro goal.
The Selecao were forced to make a tactical adjustment for their second game at Qatar 2022 after losing star player Neymar to injury after their opening victory against Serbia.
Vinicius Junior, Richarlison, and Raphinha formed Tite’s tweaked forward three, but in a tight Group G match, the Brazilians ultimately required veteran midfielder Casemiro to carry them through after an earlier goal by Vinicius Junior was chalked off for offside by VAR.
Although Switzerland lost in Doha, they are still in second place and have control over their own destiny. Thanks to Brazil’s victory, they join defending champions France in the round of 16.
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